Glossary Of Fabric Terms
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Acid dye Dye which is a salt of a sulfuric, carboxylic or phenolic organic acid. In the laboratory, home, or art studio, the acid used in the dye-bath is often vinegar or citric acid. In textiles, acid dyes are effective on protein fibers, i.e. animal hair fibers like wool, alpaca and mohair. They are also effective on silk. |
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